Care Assistant

Home Instead; Southampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking committed Care Professionals to deliver high-quality, personalized care. This role involves supporting clients with personal care, companionship, medication support, and more. With guaranteed hours and a supportive work environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Guaranteed full-time hours

Ongoing support

Mileage paid

Full, paid training

No uniform requirement

Employee benefits including discounts

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Morning availability (essential)
• At least 2 evenings per week (essential)
• Every other weekend (AM) (essential)

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and meaningful conversation.
• Assist with personal care, washing, and dressing.
• Help clients with medication prompts and preparation.

Skills

Companionship

Personal care

Medication support

Meal preparation

Mobility assistance

Job description

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As a Care Professional, you’ll provide dedicated, unhurried care that makes a genuine difference. Every day is varied, and you’ll support clients with:

Companionship – meaningful conversation, sharing hobbies, and reducing loneliness

Personal care – helping with washing, dressing, and personal hygiene

Medication support – prompting or assisting with prescribed medication

Light housekeeping – tidying, laundry, keeping homes safe and comfortable

Mobility assistance – supporting gentle movement or walking

Errands and outings – accompanying clients to appointments or local shops

With minimum 1-hour visits, you’ll have the time to build real relationships and deliver care the right way—unrushed and personal.

What We Offer:

Guaranteed full-time hours – reliable income with set hours

Regular clients – build meaningful, long-term connections

Ongoing support – friendly office team available 24/7

No uniform – a relaxed, friendly approach to care

Employee benefits – including Blue Light Card and high street discounts

Career progression – grow your skills and develop your career with us

Job Description

As a Care Professional, you’ll provide dedicated, unhurried care that makes a genuine difference. Every day is varied, and you’ll support clients with:

• Companionship – meaningful conversation, sharing hobbies, and reducing loneliness

• Personal care – helping with washing, dressing, and personal hygiene

• Medication support – prompting or assisting with prescribed medication

• Meal preparation – helping clients enjoy nutritious meals

• Light housekeeping – tidying, laundry, keeping homes safe and comfortable

• Mobility assistance – supporting gentle movement or walking

• Errands and outings – accompanying clients to appointments or local shops

With minimum 1-hour visits, you’ll have the time to build real relationships and deliver care the right way—unrushed and personal.

What We Offer:

• Guaranteed full-time hours – reliable income with set hours

• Regular clients – build meaningful, long-term connections

• Mileage paid – we cover your travel between visits

• Full, paid training – no experience required

• Ongoing support – friendly office team available 24/7

• No uniform – a relaxed, friendly approach to care

• Employee benefits – including Blue Light Card and high street discounts

• Career progression – grow your skills and develop your career with us

Qualifications

To provide the best care for our clients, we are specifically looking for Care Professionals who can offer:

Morning availability (essential)
At least 2 evenings per week (essential)
Every other weekend (AM) (essential)

Alongside other availability.

Please note: All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check and proof of right to work in the UK.

Additional Information

If you’re passionate about supporting others and want a rewarding, full-time role close to home in Hedge End and the surrounding areas, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to start a career where you’ll truly make a difference.